Fordoun Hotel and Spa

Booked a facial at Fordoun Spa. I was really dissapointed in the spa as the ladies locker room was untidy, small and needs an upgrade. The lockers weren’t prepared on arrival. The facial wasn’t relaxing at all as the therapist was noisy, felt disinterested, especially during the head message. Would I book a treatment there again? No, I won’t as there are other spa’s in the vicinity that provide a much better experience.

The Spa requires an immediate upgrade. The ladies locker room was small, dirty , and untidy. Therapist was loud and totally uninterested. A really unsatisfactory experience and unfortunately I cannot recommend Fordoun as a good spa……..

So much to love and appreciate about Fordoun Hotel & Spa, its attentive staff, awesome amenities, world-class food and the picturesque surroundings. This charming boutique hotel is nestled in the Nottingham Road precinct in the scenic KwaZulu-Natal Midlands. The hotel beautifully blends historical charm with modern luxury; and has so much to offer. The rooms are individually styled, offering a unique, homely and cozy atmosphere. The spa is a highlight, featuring an indoor heated pool, an outdoor pool, floatation tank for the most relaxing out of body experience, yoga room, fitness centre, and other amenities. Sindi is an exceptional massage therapist and Zandile and Londeka will definitely make you feel at home with their warm, welcoming nature. Spa lovers will appreciate the variety of treatments, combining international ranges and uniquely African products made from Zulu traditional healing plants. The hotel's fine dining restaurant, Skye Bistro, serves gourmet cuisine prepared with seasonal farm produce and the freshest local ingredients. Their light lunch menu is sublime with great vegetarian choices and something to please just about every tastebud. Make sure you try their halloumi burger and sweet potato fries and their incredible dessert offering, Nompilo’s Cheesecake with berry coulis! The surrounding countryside, with its serene pastoral views, dams, and meandering trails, is perfect for walkers, cyclists, and fly-fishing enthusiasts. Overall, Fordoun Hotel & Spa offers a relaxing and rejuvenating experience with excellent service, beautiful surroundings, and delicious food. It's a perfect getaway for those looking to unwind and enjoy the natural beauty of the Midlands.

A lovely fully equipped self catering unit. We loved the two en suite bathrooms and especially the fire place. Despite being early Jan and the middle of summer it was a rainy miserable day. Full bucket of charcoal and fire lighters made the evening very cozy.

From the welcome at reception to the smiling and friendly staff we felt at home right away. Great service, meals and great location and rooms.

I recently visited Fordoun Spa, rated "luxurious" five-star spa, and unfortunately, my experience was far from what I expected. To my shock and dismay, my gold necklace was stolen from my Gown pocket, which I was asked to remove before going for my massage. As soon I realised I forgot to take it out from the gown I immediately reported the incident to the staff, but the way it was handled only added to my frustration. The communication was appalling. Instead of taking the matter seriously, the staff seemed uninterested and unhelpful. I was bounced around between different people, none of whom gave me a clear response or seemed to care about resolving the issue. I followed up multiple times, and each time, I received vague answers with no real progress. For a supposed five-star establishment, this level of service is inexcusable. Not only was my personal property taken, but the complete lack of professionalism and transparency in handling the situation left me feeling disrespected and ignored. I will not be returning and would caution anyone to think twice before visiting this spa, especially if you're bringing valuables with you.